A hand scrub earns its place between two steps you probably already do: soap cleans, a scrub lifts what soap leaves behind — rough, thickened skin on palms, knuckles and heels — and a cream afterwards seals in the result. Face Fresh currently carries one scrub built for exactly that job: Yusma Hand & Foot Whitening Scrub, sized for hands and feet rather than the whole body.

How a Scrub Fits Your Routine

One product, four things worth knowing before you use it.

• Soak or shower first. Skin softens after a few minutes in warm water — scrubbing dry, hard skin does less and irritates more.
• Use it before a cream, not instead of one. A scrub removes dead skin; it doesn't replace the moisturiser that should follow it.
• Two to three times a week is enough for most people. Daily scrubbing on hands and feet tends to irritate before it helps — leave a day between uses.
• Go gently on cracked or broken skin. If your heels have deep cracks or the skin is broken, a scrub can sting and isn't the right first step — a moisturising cream is.

FAQs

What's the difference between a scrub and an exfoliating soap?

A scrub uses physical grains you rub in and rinse off; an exfoliating soap relies on its cleansers alone, with no added grit. A scrub generally does more in one use, which is also why it needs a lighter hand.

Can I use a body scrub on my hands and feet instead?

You can, but a body scrub is usually formulated for larger, less calloused skin. One sized and built for hands and feet tends to be gentler on knuckles and more effective on genuinely thickened heel skin.

How often should hands and feet actually be scrubbed?

Two to three times a week is a reasonable starting point for most people. Daily use tends to irritate skin faster than it improves it.

Will more scrubs be added to this range?

This category currently holds one scrub, with more planned over time. Check back, or see our whitening creams in the meantime for the next step in a hand and foot routine.

Ready to add a scrub to your routine? Yusma Hand & Foot Whitening Scrub has the full ingredient list, the safe way to use it, and a specific note for anyone with diabetes or reduced foot sensation.